Angie Sue Webster

It is with deep sadness and love in our hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Angie Sue Webster (Marchant). On June 27th, 2023, Angie passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family.

Angie was born on May 28th, 1981 in Salt Lake City, Utah. She was the fourth of six children of Randy and Penne Marchant-and their first daughter! As a child, Angie was so gentle, inquisitive, helpful, and happy. She loved learning new things, was incredibly intelligent, and excelled at math. As a young girl, one of her favorite things was tending and caring for her little brother Jimmy.

As she grew older, she enjoyed music, shopping, and her newfound independence. She always looked forward to hanging out with her friends, especially her best friend Randi. She graduated from Viewmont High School with a perfect 4.0 GPA. Angie was smart, a good communicator, beautiful, hardworking, and had the most contagious dimpled smile.

After graduation, Angie attended Westminster College of Salt Lake City and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in both Mathematics and Computer Science. Angie then obtained a Master's Degree in Statistics from the University of Utah where she worked side by side with professors in teaching mathematical biology.

Angie started her professional career as a Biostatistician for Watson Laboratories and later re-joined the University of Utah as a biostatistician for the Pediatric Department. Ultimately, Angie was promoted to the Director of the Statistics Team and she oversaw their work in providing statistical analysis on a vast array of pediatric projects. She grew her team and initiated training and standards still used today. She was beloved by her co-workers for her thoughtful and encouraging management style. Angie's knowledge, dedication, and attitude resulted in a very successful professional career, which meant a lot to her and those it positively impacted.

Angie met and fell in love with Zack Webster and after several years together, they got married in Las Vegas on June 1st, 2009. Angie and Zack made a great team and brought balance and excitement to each other's lives. They owned and managed several rental properties and their professional success allowed them to travel often-something they both loved. Angie enjoyed walking around with Zack, exploring the cities, and finding new places to eat. She especially loved her trip to Paris where she attended the French Open and celebrated her birthday with a kiss atop the Eiffel tower!

In addition to traveling, Angie loved the Utah Jazz. She would never miss a game and would follow the team closely, always cheering them on. Angie appreciated sports in general and the tendency they have to bring people together. She loved playing tennis and was very skilled as she often won the "Marchant Open", a family tennis tournament each year.

At both work and home, Angie changed the lives of those around her. She was kind, generous, empathetic and loving. Angie made everyone feel like the most important person by actively listening to what they had to say and asking meaningful questions. She was always thinking of others before herself. Angie was particularly protective of those who couldn't fight for themselves. She knew all people had immense value and deserved equal rights and equal opportunities. Inequality and discrimination-for any reason-irked Angie and she did all she could to fight against it.

Angie was a frontline soldier in another, more personal battle. In 2017, at the age of 36, she was diagnosed with Ovarian Cancer. Though the cancer was slow growing, it had been present for some time and Angie's health deteriorated. The last several years of her life she was in constant pain and discomfort. Not just physical pain, but also the mental and emotional toll of dying was so tough on her, someone so full of life and love.

This new normal only became more difficult as she went through chemotherapy. Despite her constant suffering-Angie was still Angie. She always treated those around her with respect, love, and patience. Even while drowning in pain, she always brightened the room with her beautiful smile.

There were many times that the pain and discomfort were so great that Angie wanted it to end, even if that meant dying. However, because of her family she continued to battle and fight to stay alive. Again, Angie was always thinking of others before herself.

A few occasions were thought to be the end for Angie but her strength and will power overcame them, surprising her doctors. Angie was a fighter! After almost six years of battling, Angie's suffering finally ended. On June 27th, 2023, after a couple of weeks with her family by her side, Angie passed away peacefully.

Angie is survived by her husband Zack, her loving parents Randy and Penne Marchant. Her five siblings, Dell (Christine), Ryan (Jana), Jason (Rosaura), Megan (Rafa), and Jimmy. She is also survived by her nieces and nephews: Xela, Jess, Sarah, Maya, Matt, Josh, Rachel, Becky, A.J., Jase, Raegan, and Jaela. We love you and miss you Angie, and we will always remember you and how you made us feel so loved and important!

Although Angie wasn't particularly religious, among her last words were, "I'm not saying goodbye forever." This declaration, though with little context, ignites a lot of hope for those Angie left behind that we will see our beloved daughter, sister, wife, aunt, and friend again.

Per her request, Angie was cremated. There will be no formal funeral but please consider honoring Angie by donating to 5ForTheFight (www.5forthefight.org), a charity sponsor of the Utah Jazz in the fight against cancer.